Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of our Low-Carb, Keto Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers Recipe. These vibrant mini peppers are filled with savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, creating a mouthwatering dish perfect for any occasion. Ideal for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe allows you to enjoy the classic cheeseburger experience while keeping your carb intake low. Packed with protein and flavor, these stuffed peppers are not only visually stunning but also a nutritious option that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 12 mini peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 small onion (grated, with juice)
- 1 egg white (large)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking sheet with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, ground cumin, grated onion (with juice), and egg white. Mix well.
- Slice each mini pepper in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Fill each half with the beef mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until peppers are tender and beef is cooked through.
- Top each with mozzarella cheese and return to the oven for an additional 3-4 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 116g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, consider briefly roasting the mini peppers before stuffing them. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack. If you want more spice, add diced jalapeños to the filling mixture.